Upcoming events at The Center for the Arts in Natick

Friday

Jan 10, 2014 at 12:01 AMJan 17, 2014 at 5:03 PM

For the week of Jan. 17.

The Center For Arts In Natick is at 14 Summer St., Natick. For tickets and information, call 508-647-0097 or go to www.natickarts.org. Gallery and box office hours are Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 6 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 17

LADIES OF LAUGHTER, 8 p.m.

The biggest platform for women in comedy, what began as a regional women’s comedy competition has become a nationally recognized comedy phenomenon. Before 1992, New York City comedy show producer and comedienne Mary Jo Wobker was instrumental in giving countless women their start in stand-up comedy. After her sudden death, many of her friends created a women’s stand-up comedy competition in her name. This performance will feature the comedic stylings of former SNL designer Regina DeCicco, America’s Funniest Mom contestant Andrea Henry, and Comedy Central’s Patty Rosborough.

Tickets: $27/$24 members. Student/senior discounts.

Saturday, Jan. 18

THE PIRATE, THE PRINCESS, AND THE PEA, Crabgrass Puppet Theatre, 11 a.m.

This madcap mash up combines pirate lore and the classic story "The Princess and the Pea." Featuring world-class puppetry, the Crabgrass Puppet Theatre tells the story of the rivaling pirate and princess who are on the hunt for the same treasure. After many adventures and trials, the two learn about the importance of cooperation and friendship.

Tickets: $10 adult/$8 child. Student/senior discounts.

DUKE ROBILLARD BAND, 8 p.m.

A Grammy-nominated blues legend, Duke Robillard has worked with the likes of Tom Waits, Roomful of Blues, and Bob Dylan. He’s known for his amazing guitar work, powerful songwriting, skillful session talent, and as a one-man cheering section for all things blues. Backed by his band, Robillard takes the soul of blues music and amplifies it to the point where the audience feels the raw emotion in every riff and note. In 2013, the Duke Robillard Band released Independently Blue, which was highly praised by critics and fans for its exploration of the blues-rock genre.

FOM provides an intimate and supportive atmosphere for acoustic performers of all abilities to showcase their talents and partake in the area's vibrant folk/acoustic music community.

Tickets: $5, free for members. Student/senior discounts.

Friday, Jan. 24

ROCK OFF MAIN – facebook.com/rockoffmain, 7:30 p.m.

Featuring the region’s freshest pop, emo, punk, ska, hardcore and indie bands from across the region, ROM’s all-ages rock shows have been shakin’ the house for over 15 years. Hosted by Diane Young. Sponsored by Berklee College of Music Summer Programs.

Tickets: $8.

Saturday, Jan. 25

BEN RUDNICK AND FRIENDS, 11 a.m.

Boasting a high level of adventurous musicianship, Ben Rudnick and Friends’ enthusiastic recordings and live performances seamlessly range from light folk, bluegrass, calypso, rock, and even Irish Jigs. With countless kudos to their credit, including five Parents’ Choice Awards, the band considers its main focus to be providing a common ground where all family members can, without compromise, enjoy a shared musical experience. Ben Rudnick and Friends will offer a Family Works event starting forty-five minutes before the show. Used winter coats for men, woman and children will be collected and delivered to Circle of Hope, a Boston area non-profit organization dedicated to serving people in need. Art supplies will be available so that kids can use their creativity and care to help decorate cards to go along with the donations. The Family Works event will be administered by Catching Joy, a local 501(c)(3).

Tickets: $10 adult/$8 children. Student/senior discounts.

EMERSON HART OF TONIC, 8 p.m.

Lead singer of the multi-platinum ‘90s alt-rock band Tonic, Emerson Hart is also a songwriting force of nature with a recognizably warm, inviting, and accessible sound. Writer of hits like Tonic’s "Open Up Your Eyes" and "If You Could Only See," Hart also wrote the award-winning theme to the NBC drama American Dreams. His 2007 solo album "Cigarettes and Gasoline" touched upon his personal tragedies and life successes, earning him two top 20 hits and much critical acclaim. His upcoming album, "Beauty in Disrepair," is slated for an early 2014 release.

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